#65 - Avoid THESE Costly Saas Legal Mistakes

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Tech for Founder Podcast with Panida Wayrojpitak

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Tech for Founder is a podcast for non-technical founders who want to build smarter. Host Panida Wayrojpitak interviews top startup builders—from YC, a16z, and Techstars—about how they launched, grew, and figured it out. Learn more: https://techforfounder.com Business: panida@techforfounder.com Disclaimer: For educational purposes only, not professional advice. Not liable for decisions/actions based on content.

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#65 - Avoid THESE Costly Saas Legal Mistakes

Tech for Founder Podcast with Panida Wayrojpitak

48 minutes 56 seconds

6 months ago

#65 - Avoid THESE Costly Saas Legal Mistakes

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In this episode, we delve into the crucial but often overlooked legal aspects of founding a SaaS company. Discover the most common mistakes founders make, such as underestimating the importance of legal frameworks and over-reliance on tools like ChatGPT for legal advice. Learn about the complexities of co-founder agreements, the importance of incorporating in the right jurisdiction, and the pivotal role of legal documents like IP assignments and stock purchase agreements. We also explore how to prepare for mergers and acquisitions, the benefits of various funding strategies beyond just bootstrapping or VC, and the emotional and strategic intricacies of company exits. Get actionable advice on setting up your legal foundation right from the start to avoid costly mistakes down the line.

(00:00) The Viral Tweet and Legal Missteps

(04:03) The Importance of Legal Agreements for Co-Founders

(08:02) Common Legal Mistakes in SaaS Startups(10:51) Preparing for Mergers and Acquisitions

(18:09) Affordable Legal Resources for Bootstrapped Founders

(22:09) Foundational Legal Documents for SaaS Founders

(25:00) The Importance of Jurisdiction in Incorporation

(27:56) Essential Documents for Founders

(30:47) Counterintuitive Deal Structuring

(32:07) Funding Strategies for SaaS Startups

(38:45) The Emotional Journey of Exiting a Company

(41:52) Building Trust in High-Stakes Negotiations

(47:04) Lessons Learned from Major Deals

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